Peru plans for strong presence at London Produce Show

With exports due to rise 15% this year, Peru's produce industry will be making its mark at the London Produce Show.

May 28 , 2014

Dole relinquishes shares in French fruit company

Dole Food Company has sold its minority interest in the holding company of Compagnie Fruitière Group.

May 27 , 2014

EU imposes emergency control measures on South African citrus

The EU had "no choice but to impose a stricter inspection regime" on South African citrus, according to Commissioner for Health, Tonio Borg.

May 27 , 2014

U.S. rep bids to inspire apple and cherry consumption in Mexico

A U.S. marketing group is encouraging Mexican consumers to snack on apples with lime, chili and salt flavorings during the World Cup.

May 27 , 2014

Most South African lemon exporters veer clear of Europe

South Africa has sent steady easy peeler volumes to Europe, but CBS concerns have led many lemon growers to avoid the market.

May 27 , 2014

U.S.: circumstances conspire against Florida's blueberry growers

Bad weather and strong competition led to double trouble for Florida blueberry growers this year.

May 27 , 2014

Plums suffer greatest losses in Chilean 2013-14 stonefruit deal

Plums continued to be Chile's leading stonefruit export crop in 2013-14, but with a 66% fall in volume.

May 27 , 2014

Mexico: Driscoll's talks pests and pesticides

Representatives from Driscoll's say they are doing all they can to reduce the use of chemicals in Mexico.

May 27 , 2014

Demand high, laws tightening for EU organic market

Two European organic produce experts say consumers are now more mindful of the stories behind their food, but upcoming EC regulations could make the category much tougher.

May 26 , 2014

U.S.: Mandel shares produce industry vision

Some players in the produce industry have "chosen not to innovate", but the FPAA's new chairman is still optimistic for the sector’s prospects.

May 26 , 2014